MSc DRAP Program and HKUST ISPE Student Chapter Host Career Development Sharing Session in Biomanufacturing

 

On April 23, 2025, the MSc in Drug Regulatory Affairs and Policy (DRAP) program, in collaboration with the HKUST ISPE Student Chapter, successfully organized a Sharing Session on Career Development in Biomanufacturing at SCI/HOME. This event was specially arranged for both MSc DRAP students and undergraduate students from the Division of Life Science. The session aimed to introduce the HKUST ISPE Student Chapters, highlight career opportunities in the pharmaceutical and biomanufacturing industry, and provide valuable insights into career development. 

The session was led by the committee members of the HKUST ISPE Student Chapter, who shared the mission, structure, and major responsibilities of the student chapter. They highlighted how the ISPE platform connects students with industry professionals, provides access to global pharmaceutical knowledge, and empowers young talents to actively participate in regulatory, manufacturing, and innovation-related initiatives. 

 

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The event also featured valuable sharing from Prof. Sunny Tam, Program Co-Director of the MSc DRAP Program; Prof. Alan Wong, Adjunct Professor of the MSc DRAP Program; Dr. Philip Lam, Lecturer, Division of Life Science; Dr. Nicholas Chan, BD Director of Zhaoke Ophthalmology; and Mr Derek Lee, Career Coach from HKETA.  Their collective input offered students a well-rounded perspective on the diverse career pathways available in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The speakers encouraged students to explore roles beyond laboratory research, such as regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and clinical development. 

This meaningful session fostered interdisciplinary exchange between postgraduate and undergraduate students, and encouraged early engagement in professional development. It also reinforced the role of the HKUST ISPE Student Chapter as a bridge between academic learning and industry practice. 

The MSc DRAP program and HKUST ISPE Student Chapter look forward to continuing to support young talents at HKUST in discovering their future paths in the ever-evolving life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.